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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The filtrate produced in the Bowman's capsule is composed of which substances?
Options
A Red blood cells, proteins, and urea
B Water, urea, glucose, amino acids, and various salts
Correct Answer
C Only urea and water
D Plasma proteins, electrolytes, and lipids
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The filtrate is composed of water, urea, glucose, amino acids, and various salts. It is essentially plasma without the large proteins and blood cells, as the filtration barrier retains these larger components.

Hint

This fluid contains small solutes but lacks cells and large proteins.

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